Public Event
- August 21 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
- August 22 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
- August 23 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
- August 24 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
- August 25 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thank you for joining us at Bead Fest! The largest bead, gem, and jewelry expo on the East Coast!
- 170+ In-depth jewelry making workshops presented by top instructors
- 350+ Booths in the Shopping Expo Buy jewelry making supplies, beading materials, tools and more. Expo admission is always FREE with the purchase of a workshop
- Daily 45-minute beginner classes presented by the Bead Corner Design Academy Instructors from Michaels. You'll leave with new skills and a finished piece of jewelry!
- Demonstrations, door prizes and book signings add to the fun
Bead Fest Shopping Expo Hours
Friday: 10AM-6PM
Saturday: 10AM-6PM
Sunday: 11AM-5PM
Bead Fest Workshop Hours
Wednesday: 8:30AM-4PM
Thursday-Saturday: 8:30AM-8:30PM
Sunday: 8:30AM-4PM
First Annual Stay-and-Swap!
Saturday: 6PM-8PM in Hall A
Bead Fest Expo Admission
Admission is only $15!
- Purchase in cash at the door (click here for a $3-off coupon!)
- OR purchase tickets online for $12 until Thursday evening!
